May 3rd through 9th, 2026 National Small Business Week (NSBW) has celebrated the small businesses that are the backbone of our nation and our local communities for over 60 years and highlights the integral part they play in shaping the economy. NSBW takes place annually during the first week of May. To celebrate NSBW, the Colorado Chamber […]
What is Considered a Small Business?
Small businesses are holding strong as a major part of the U.S. economy, comprising a staggering 99.9% of all American firms and exceeding 36 million enterprises. But what exactly qualifies as a small business today? In general, a small business typically has fewer than 500 employees, but according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), […]
Should Nonlawyers be Allowed to Profit from the Legal Sector? A Conversation with Kyle Bachus
This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, we sit down with personal injury attorney Kyle Bachus to break down legislation aimed at restricting nonlawyer involvement in the legal industry. Advanced by an unlikely partnership between the Colorado Chamber and the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, House Bill 1421 would prohibit nonlawyers from entering into financial arrangements that allow […]
Wallet Watchdog Update: Problematic Property Tax Proposal Successfully Amended
The Colorado Chamber continues to look out for businesses and consumers’ best interest by ensuring legislation does not further increase the state’s cost of living. Following successful amendments that addressed key member concerns, the Chamber’s Tax Council voted on Friday to change their position on Senate Bill 116 from “oppose” to “monitor.” As introduced, the […]
What Role Should the State Play in Solving Colorado’s Housing Shortage?
This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, host Ed Sealover explores several bills aimed at increasing the affordability and availability of housing in the state, which currently faces a shortage of over 106,000 homes. Ted Leighty, CEO of the Colorado Association of Homebuilders, breaks down the reasons behind the state’s housing shortage and outlines how […]
Colorado Businesses on Verge of Losing Significant Tax Breaks
Colorado Lawmakers are considering a series of bills that could bring significant changes to the state’s tax code and increase the tax burden on the business community by more than $500 million per year. Host Ed Sealover sits down with policy and tax experts to break down a package of four bills proposing numerous changes, including […]
How Can Colorado Build a Stronger Talent Pipeline?
This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, we are breaking down a proposal aimed at streamlining Colorado’s workforce development system. House Bill 1317 would create a more unified approach to talent development and establish a transition plan to better align the state’s workforce programs with employer needs. Host Ed Sealover sits down with Colorado Speaker […]
How Could Changes to Colorado’s Arbitration Process Affect Our Legal Climate?
This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, we break down a bill that would make significant changes to Colorado’s arbitration process and that could change key aspects of the state’s legal environment. House Bill 1236 would prohibit certain provisions in arbitration agreements, establish new requirements for who may serve as an arbitrator and set standards […]
Can Colorado Improve Regulatory Clarity? A Conversation with Sen. James Coleman and Steve Swinney
Colorado lawmakers are considering legislation aimed at increasing transparency and consistency in the rule review process for state agencies. SB 137 would create more robust standards and criteria for how state agencies review their current regulations, including assessing which rules are outdated, duplicative, cost effective or overly burdensome. Host Ed Sealover is joined by Colorado Senate President […]
Should Colorado Increase Alcohol Fees? A Conversation with Brewers and Lawmakers
The Colorado legislature is considering two proposals that could raise taxes and fees on alcohol producers across the state. Sen. Judy Amabile (D – SD 18), a sponsor of both bills, explains the goals behind the policy and how she believes the additional funding could support addiction treatment and prevention efforts. Shawnee Adelson, executive director […]